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Paige BrowningThis week the Seattle City Council and Mayor Ed Murray passed a budget package for the next two years. With it, council members hope to take on one of the city's biggest problems: housing affordability. Seattle's new budget takes step to improve housing affordabilityhttp://kuow.org/post/seattles-new-budget-takes-step-improve-housing-affordability
92872 as http://kuow.orgTue, 22 Nov 2016 19:00:09 +0000Seattle's new budget takes step to improve housing affordabilityPaige BrowningAs expected Monday, Seattle Mayor Ed Murray unveiled his budget plans for 2017-2018. The mayor's proposal focuses on two areas that have shaped his term in office: policing and services for homeless people. Put civilians in charge of police oversight, Seattle Mayor Murray sayshttp://kuow.org/post/put-civilians-charge-police-oversight-seattle-mayor-murray-says
89163 as http://kuow.orgTue, 27 Sep 2016 16:26:56 +0000Put civilians in charge of police oversight, Seattle Mayor Murray saysRoss Reynolds talks with KUOW's Olympia correspondent, Austin Jenkins, about the battle between Republicans and Democrats over the last details of a new state budget. Last Gaps: Washington Lawmakers Close In On Budgethttp://kuow.org/post/last-gaps-washington-lawmakers-close-budget
57265 as http://kuow.orgMon, 08 Jun 2015 21:44:43 +0000Last Gaps: Washington Lawmakers Close In On BudgetMarcie Sillman talks to Alexandra Gutierrez of Alaska Public Radio about the budget standstill in Alaska's Legislature and how a government shutdown will affect the lives of Alaskans. Livelihood Of Thousands Of Alaskans On Line As Budget Talks Continue http://kuow.org/post/livelihood-thousands-alaskans-line-budget-talks-continue
57163 as http://kuow.orgFri, 05 Jun 2015 23:08:51 +0000Livelihood Of Thousands Of Alaskans On Line As Budget Talks Continue Ross Reynolds talks with KUOW Olympia correspondent Austin Jenkins about lawmakers' progress to a budget deal. Can We Call It Progress Yet? State Lawmakers Move Slow On Budgethttp://kuow.org/post/can-we-call-it-progress-yet-state-lawmakers-move-slow-budget
55585 as http://kuow.orgMon, 11 May 2015 21:49:58 +0000Can We Call It Progress Yet? State Lawmakers Move Slow On BudgetAnna KingPresident Barack Obama’s budget would spend $2.3 billion on cleanup at the Hanford Nuclear Reservation in 2016.Obama's Budget Shifts Cleanup Focus At Hanford http://kuow.org/post/obamas-budget-shifts-cleanup-focus-hanford
49484 as http://kuow.orgTue, 03 Feb 2015 14:46:42 +0000Obama's Budget Shifts Cleanup Focus At Hanford Austin JenkinsWashington Governor Jay Inslee said the state is at a crossroads and it’s time to reinvest.Inslee's State Of The State Highlights Partisan Split In Legislature http://kuow.org/post/inslees-state-state-highlights-partisan-split-legislature
48257 as http://kuow.orgWed, 14 Jan 2015 00:45:55 +0000Inslee's State Of The State Highlights Partisan Split In Legislature Austin JenkinsWashington Governor Jay Inslee is likely to propose a more than $1 billion revenue package when he unveils his proposed two-year budget next week.Washington Governor Likely To Propose Robust Tax Packagehttp://kuow.org/post/washington-governor-likely-propose-robust-tax-package
46209 as http://kuow.orgWed, 10 Dec 2014 13:51:30 +0000Washington Governor Likely To Propose Robust Tax PackageLiz JonesThe recession may be over, but King County’s budget is still hurting. County Executive Dow Constantine rolled out his 2015-16 budget proposal Monday, saying deep cuts are needed because revenues continue to trail far behind expenses. Dow Constantine Blames Olympia For County's Budget Cutshttp://kuow.org/post/dow-constantine-blames-olympia-countys-budget-cuts
42022 as http://kuow.orgTue, 23 Sep 2014 00:32:00 +0000Dow Constantine Blames Olympia For County's Budget CutsRoss Reynolds talks with economist Dean Baker about why the way we talk about numbers is wrong, and how we can do it better. Americans Don't Understand The Budget, And It's Partially The Media's Faulthttp://kuow.org/post/americans-dont-understand-budget-and-its-partially-medias-fault
34166 as http://kuow.orgFri, 09 May 2014 21:34:55 +0000Americans Don't Understand The Budget, And It's Partially The Media's FaultRoss ReynoldsRoss Reynolds investigates how the city's approximate $250 million repair and upgrade backlog looks like on the ground at Seattle's most popular park — Green Lake in North Seattle.Seattle Parks Face $250 Million Maintenance Backloghttp://kuow.org/post/seattle-parks-face-250-million-maintenance-backlog
23679 as http://kuow.orgFri, 08 Nov 2013 00:28:43 +0000Seattle Parks Face $250 Million Maintenance BacklogAustin JenkinsWashington Governor Jay Inslee wants to more than double the number of state-funded preschool slots by 2019. He also wants to decrease the number of SUVs purchased by the state.Washington Governor Announces 'Soft Launch' Of Performance Indicatorshttp://kuow.org/post/washington-governor-announces-soft-launch-performance-indicators
20135 as http://kuow.orgWed, 11 Sep 2013 17:02:11 +0000Washington Governor Announces 'Soft Launch' Of Performance IndicatorsRoss ReynoldsThe Pierce County jail is facing a hefty 8 percent budget shortfall. So far, 30 jobs are slated to be lost and two jail units, which can house more than 160 inmates, are set to close. Officials say even with these reductions, the budget crises will not be fixed. Ross Reynolds talks with Pierce County Sheriff Paul Pastor about how these cuts will affect the jail and public safety. Pierce County Jail Faces Hefty Budget Shortfallhttp://kuow.org/post/pierce-county-jail-faces-hefty-budget-shortfall
20065 as http://kuow.orgTue, 10 Sep 2013 18:09:18 +0000Pierce County Jail Faces Hefty Budget ShortfallThe inability of the Washington Legislature to pass a transportation package this session means King County Metro Transit needs to prepare for service cuts. Metro general manager Kevin Desmond said the agency has time-sensitive funding needs; in part because an expiring $20.00 car tab fee for transit wasn’t renewed.Metro Bus Service Reductions Loom As State Drags Its Feet On Fundinghttp://kuow.org/post/metro-bus-service-reductions-loom-state-drags-its-feet-funding
17302 as http://kuow.orgWed, 24 Jul 2013 18:55:14 +0000Metro Bus Service Reductions Loom As State Drags Its Feet On FundingMeghan WalkerSeattle area leaders gathered Friday to urge state lawmakers to pass the transportation budget before the end of the legislative session. King County Executive Dow Constantine said a new transportation budget is long overdue. He added that the state’s transit health and economic vitality depends on it.Seattle Leaders Want Transportation Package Approvedhttp://kuow.org/post/seattle-leaders-want-transportation-package-approved
15790 as http://kuow.orgFri, 28 Jun 2013 23:54:27 +0000Seattle Leaders Want Transportation Package ApprovedWeekday Budget Deal In OlympiaEverett Herald columnist and Weekday’s regular Olympia guru Jerry Cornfield brings us analysis of the tentative budget deal reached by state lawmakers. Immigration Deal In DCYesterday's immigration reform vote is being hailed as a rare example of bipartisanship. The Senate voted 68 to 32 yesterday to overhaul the nation’s immigration system. It now heads to the House. We talk with Jill Jackson of CBS News from Washington, DC. Rethinking How We Study CancerA scientist at Johns Hopkins University developed a mathematical model to better understand why some cancer tumors are resistant to cancer fighting drugs. Science reporter Carl Zimmer explains the study and how scientists are changing the way they think about cancer. Pet Questions AnsweredGot a difficult dog or cat? Pet trainer, Steve Duno, tackles your questions at 206.543.5869 (KUOW). Also, is neutering dogs always a good idea? A Budget Deal, Immigration, Understanding Cancer, And Pet Questions Answered http://kuow.org/post/budget-deal-immigration-understanding-cancer-and-pet-questions-answered
15709 as http://kuow.orgFri, 28 Jun 2013 16:00:00 +0000A Budget Deal, Immigration, Understanding Cancer, And Pet Questions Answered Austin JenkinsThere’s suddenly a flurry of talk in Olympia about a quick resolution to the weeks-long budget stalemate. The change in rhetoric follows Tuesday’s positive revenue and caseload forecasts.Budget writers will now have an additional $300 million-plus to help bridge their differences. They can thank a recovering housing market and improved consumer confidence.The House and Senate have been locked in a partisan fight over whether to raise additional revenues by closing some tax exemptions. This new money could now fill that gap.“I think it’s great news,” says Senate Majority Leader Rodney Tom, who predicts a quick resolution to the budget. “Certainly with $320 million there’s no excuse for us to get out of town.”But Governor Jay Inslee’s budget chief, David Schumacher, isn’t quite so optimistic.“Is it the final piece? I don’t think we’re quite there yet, but we’re getting a lot closer,” he says.There are still differences between the House and Senate over how to spend the money. UltimatelyBig Revenue Boost Could Break Budget Logjam In Olympiahttp://kuow.org/post/big-revenue-boost-could-break-budget-logjam-olympia
15241 as http://kuow.orgWed, 19 Jun 2013 19:07:28 +0000Big Revenue Boost Could Break Budget Logjam In OlympiaDeborah Wang Budget officials in the city of Seattle delivered some good news yesterday. For the first time since the financial crisis, the city is forecasting a budget surplus. Good News Seattle, City Budget Back In The Blackhttp://kuow.org/post/good-news-seattle-city-budget-back-black
11822 as http://kuow.orgTue, 23 Apr 2013 14:15:51 +0000Good News Seattle, City Budget Back In The BlackJeannie Yandel If you’ve never been to the Lynnwood Municipal Golf Course before, it’s kind of tough to find. The course itself is way at the back of the parking lot of Edmonds Community College. The only clues you’re in the right place are the high ball nets surrounding the course. And, of course, golfers like Espie Grundy and Jackie Garmeyer, who are wheeling their clubs towards the green for their weekly tee time. “We try to play even if it’s raining,” Espie says. Jackie’s read a little about the golf course in the newspaper, but Espie hasn’t. She’s dismayed when I tell her the Lynnwood City Council is considering closing the course. “This is such a friendly course,” Espie says. “It’s homey. Even if you don’t play, there’s a whole walking trail all around it. It’s neat.” The Lynnwood Municipal Golf Course has been open since 1991, and for years it made enough money from user fees to sustain itself. But in 2007, when the recession started, people stopped spending money on discretionary activitiesAn Uncertain Future For Lynnwood Municipal Golf Coursehttp://kuow.org/post/uncertain-future-lynnwood-municipal-golf-course
11561 as http://kuow.orgWed, 17 Apr 2013 23:39:27 +0000An Uncertain Future For Lynnwood Municipal Golf CourseThe Conversation With Ross ReynoldsGovernor Inslee released his budget proposal a couple weeks ago, and then came the Washington Senate budget. Yesterday the House released their budget and today Ross Reynolds talks with Representative Ross Hunter about how the House budget differs from the Senate and gubernatorial budget plans. Would A Budget By Any Other Name Not Smell As Sweet?http://kuow.org/post/would-budget-any-other-name-not-smell-sweet
11229 as http://kuow.orgThu, 11 Apr 2013 19:11:53 +0000Would A Budget By Any Other Name Not Smell As Sweet?